MOT Status
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28,563 miAbove average mileage for this year
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No side repeaters fitted, but front are visible when tester stands besides rear wheel.
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
How Reliable is the Caterham Seven (S3)?
Based on 32,485 MOT tests across 2,453 vehicles.
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C7 SAM is a 1997 Caterham Seven (S3) in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1997 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 20,400 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Caterham Seven (S3) fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 476 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C7 SAM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Caterham Seven (S3) typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 29 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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How do I check the history of C7 SAM?
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What year was C7 SAM registered?
C7 SAM is a 1997 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 8 May 1997.
Is C7 SAM safe to buy?
The MOT history for C7 SAM shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does C7 SAM have outstanding finance?
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